Reply #64: I don't think things are clear cut at all.

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I think Shrub and his minions are over their head, and they
just got sucker punched. You can tell by the inept reaction.
The Saudi connection is a very important one too. The recent
bombing appears to be a warning. Stay tuned for the response.

I think Mr. Putin is a thug, and a very proficient one,
I doubt he would be where he is otherwise.